9 Problems faced by African Workers during the colonial Period

• They were paid low wages which could hardly meet their expenses thereby making them lead squalor/ impoverished lives.
• The living conditions were poor as they were crowded in residential houses with inadequate sanitation.
• The working conditions were very difficult as they were sometimes mistreated/whipped.
• They were subjected to long working hours without compensation which made them develop negative attitude towards work.

• They were forced to pay taxes despite their poor remuneration/ low wages.
• There were inadequate social amenities/ schools/ health facilities to cope with the large number of workers.
• They were despised on the basis of their colour/ race and this lowered their dignity.
• They were not allowed to form workers’ union as the settlers feared that they would incite/ organize strikes against them.
• They were provided with inadequate food rations which led to malnutrition.